Apple macOS Gatekeeper Bypass Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A logic issue allowing apps to bypass Gatekeeper checks has been identified in Apple macOS Sonoma 14.8.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.7.2. This vulnerability was addressed with improved validation. Gatekeeper is a security feature that helps ensure that only trusted software runs on a Mac.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows apps to bypass Gatekeeper checks, potentially leading to the execution of untrusted software.

Added: Nov 4, 2025, 3:26 AM
Updated: Nov 4, 2025, 3:26 AM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
0.6
exploitability
4.4
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.9
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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